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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local toddler Saanvi is competing in the national Toddler of the Year contest — Northern Nevada residents are urged to vote by Thursday 7 p.m. to help her win a $25,000 prize, a national ad spot, a lead in the Hollywood Christmas Parade, and a trip to a Peppa Pig theme park. KTVN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Monday morning, emergency crews rescued a tired horse that fell into a covered backyard pool near Thomas Creek Road after it struggled for hours—rescuers used a backhoe to pull it out and blankets to keep it warm until Comstock Equine Hospital could check it, and the horse did not belong to the homeowner. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ College seniors face a tough job market as UNR senior Ericka Estacio said she is worried about finding work after she graduates in Spring 2026. UNR economics professor Sankar Mukhopadhyay warned that lower-than-expected job gains in July and challenges from AI may reshape entry-level roles—making it harder for new graduates to secure jobs. Reno Gazette-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After the Sparks City Council meeting on August 25, the Sparks Redevelopment Agency considered using restricted RDA 2 funds to purchase about eight acres in the Sparks Marina district for a new City Hall campus at a proposed price of $10 million—city staff said the move offered a timely chance to replace an aging facility with costly maintenance issues. City of Sparks
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Nugget Rib Cook-Off
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Victorian Square — Free admission — Savor over 250,000 pounds of ribs while enjoying live music and vibrant vendors at this spectacular barbecue festival.
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Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament
7 AM – 3 PM — Red Hawk Golf and Resort — Various sponsorship levels available — Swing into action for children's health with golf, awards, and a silent auction.
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NRAP's 2025 Annual R5k and Recovery Celebration
Nevada’s Recovery and Prevention (NRAP) warmly invites you to take part in a meaningful and uplifting event in honor of National Recovery Month—our 5th Annual R5K Run/Walk & Recovery Celebration! This community-centered gathering celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals in recovery and aims to break the stigma associated with substance use and mental health challenges.
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NRAP's 2025 Annual R5k and Recovery Celebration
Nevada’s Recovery and Prevention (NRAP) warmly invites you to take part in a meaningful and uplifting event in honor of National Recovery Month—our 5th Annual R5K Run/Walk & Recovery Celebration! This community-centered gathering celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals in recovery and aims to break the stigma associated with substance use and mental health challenges.
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